Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Involved teaching bible classes on Wednesday nights and Sunday mornings
Additional Information
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Jenny Tolleson

Counselor-in-Training
Sunnyvale,TX
Jenny Tolleson

Summary

Accomplished educator with a proven track record at Dallas Christian School, excelling in classroom management and innovative lesson planning. Leveraged critical thinking and a growth mindset to enhance student engagement, achieving notable improvements in student performance. Skilled in motivating students and fostering a supportive learning environment, embodying a positive role model and mentor.


Passionate teacher and highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, social and learning skills.

Overview

13
years of professional experience

Work History

Dallas Chistian School

Teacher
07.2005 - 05.2010

Job overview

  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.

Cambridge Academy

Teacher
06.1997 - 05.2005

Job overview

  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.

Education

Amberton University
Garland, TX

Master of Arts from Clinical Mental Health Counseling
05.2025

University Overview

Texas A&M University
College Station, TX

Bachelor of Arts from Teacher Education
05.1987

University Overview

  • Honor Roll (1986-1987)


  • Dean's List (1987)

Skills

  • Classroom Management
  • Critical Thinking
  • Lesson Planning
  • Motivating students
  • Positive Role Model and Mentor
  • Behavior Management
  • Growth Mindset
  • Public Speaking
  • Student Engagement
  • Classroom Instruction
  • Learning Strategies
  • Innovative lesson planning

Involved teaching bible classes on Wednesday nights and Sunday mornings

Involved teaching bible classes on Wednesday nights and Sunday mornings

Teach 2-4 year olds on Wednesdays

Teach second grade on Sunday mornings

Additional Information

Additional Information
  • Led Children's Ministry at Mesquite Church for three years (organized all classes, teachers, and curriculum).
  • Led Children's Ministry at New Hope Church for four years (organized all classes, teachers, and curriculum).

Timeline

Teacher
Dallas Chistian School
07.2005 - 05.2010
Teacher
Cambridge Academy
06.1997 - 05.2005
Amberton University
Master of Arts from Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Texas A&M University
Bachelor of Arts from Teacher Education
Jenny TollesonCounselor-in-Training